A torn air filter can cause damage
to the ATV engine. Dirt and dust
may get inside the engine if the
element is torn. Carefully examine
the element for tears before and
after cleaning it. Replace the ele-
ment with a new one if it is torn.
Inspect the
“
duck bill
”
drain in front of
the main housing for debris and for
proper sealing.
AIR FILTER
Rotate the three latches to release
the filter housing cover; then
loosen the inlet boot clamp.
AIR FILTER HOUSING
DRAIN
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The air filter inside the air filter hous-
ing must be kept clean to provide good
engine power and gas mileage. If the
ATV is used under normal conditions,
service the filter at the intervals speci-
fied. If operated in dusty, wet, or
muddy conditions, inspect and service
the filter more frequently. Use the fol-
lowing procedure to remove the filter
and inspect and/or clean it.
1.
Fill a wash pan larger than the ele-
ment with a non-flammable sol-
vent; then dip the element in the
solvent and wash it.
3.
Squeeze the element by pressing it
between the palms of both hands to
remove excess solvent. Do not
twist or ring the element or it will
develop cracks.
4.
Dry the element.
5.
KC0056A
KC0056B
CAUTION
Put the element in a plastic bag;
then pour in air filter oil and work
the oil into the element.
Squeeze the element to remove
excess oil.
6.
7.
Clean any dirt or debris from inside
the air cleaner. Be sure no dirt
enters the carburetor.
Install the air filter and cover.
Connect the inlet boot and tighten
the clamp securely.
8.
9.
10.
KC0056B
KC0056C
2. Remove the filter housing cover
and air filter element.